I actually just finished this book on Audible and need an access code for the bonus.

This is more a B- class neighborhood.I plan on doing a remodel of the kitchen including new countertops, range and hood, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher; the cabinets are actually in solid shape and hardwood so I would like to keep them, but they definitely need to be stained and will also be adding hardware on them.

Actually, I just decided to go with Energy Star because it's a bit easier and more well known.

or actually allow pets to run inside the house?

I actually just posted a breakdown about this as it is a common question.

In terms of the actual *mortgage* county tax, if you google NYS Mortgage Tax rate form MT-15, you will find a several page document that will highlight your tax rate depending on which NYS county you're purchasing in. 

When we perform a service call for a repair item, it is often shocking how many risk management items that we note on the way in and out.

One of my biggest pet peeves with AirBnB and VRBO is having to click through dozens of ads to try to figure out what they are actually charging.I shouldn't need a spreadsheet to try to figure out the prices.

I have a Heloc on an investment duplex, but as others mentioned you need to be in the under 80% LTV range...I think mine may actually have been 70% LTV though I can't recall specifically. 

The property is actually worth much more now than it was when I owned the business because the lease has tremendous value.